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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Vauxhall Grandland comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 35,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Vauxhall Grandland?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Vauxhall Grandland: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Vauxhall Grandland

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Vauxhall Grandland costs 35,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Grandland uses 2.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Grandland. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland offers substantially more range – reaching up to 694 km, about 294 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Grandland

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Grandland offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Grandland is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Grandland delivers significantly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 249 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,675 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers clearly more boot space – 550 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Grandland carries very slightly more – 495 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Grandland stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Grandland

Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type : Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 82 - 694 km
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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Vauxhall Grandland

The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Björn Vermeire
10 May 2026, 18:53:13

I chose the Grandland even though I initially planned to go for the Enyaq. The driving range, interior and equipment won me over.

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Scheve
27 Nov 2025, 08:29:07

The ideal car for my needs. Range and energy management won me over, as did the elegant styling and the driver‑assist technology.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Vauxhall Grandland

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
35,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,675 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B, D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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